I see good ideas on the Republican side as well as the Democratic side. You have to return civility and statesmanship to governance. If you don't do that, it doesn't matter what portfolio of issue you're pushing, nothing is going… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
I grew up in Harlem. My grandmother was one of the best cooks around, but the first thing she did on Sunday mornings when… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
In honor of Surgeon General Koop's legacy, we should ensure that the position of surgeon general is protected from political interference, funded appropriately and… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
Whenever I've had to make a major decision as a doctor, cop or for a company I've worked for, I ask myself: What is… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
Do any of us actually want to live in a world where your boss can decide that he or she is morally opposed to… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
Overweight and obesity is the second leading cause of death, killing 300,000 people a year, There is not a miracle pill that will lead… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
As 17th U.S. Surgeon General, I was privileged to serve as the nation's doctor. I focused much of my time on promoting proven programs… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
As a father, physician and nurse, I have a special place in my heart for children, and I know the brief window of opportunity… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
I see good ideas on the Republican side as well as the Democratic side. You have to return civility and statesmanship to governance. If… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
In 1967, I signed up for the Army, where I earned an equivalency diploma, then went on to join the Special Forces. That was… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
The reason I'm disabled is because I have wounds and injuries that I got while on active duty ... from parachute jumping to combat… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
Actions, such as the designation of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, spring from First Lady Michelle Obama's leadership of efforts to end childhood obesity… — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
The overarching issue, really, is our surgeon general should be able to communicate transparently and honestly with the American public on all issues. — Richard Carmona Copy Share Image
